The Top 5 Castles around Startforth
A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, …
Last updated: September 22, 2025
The spectacular ruins of Egglestone Abbey occupy a picturesque spot above the River Tees. The crumbling ruins are all that survives of a small Premonstratensian monastery that was founded in …
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The magnificent ruins of Henry II's 12th-century keep are on the site of a Roman fort guarding the approach to strategic Stainmore Pass over the Pennines. The English Heritage-owned castle …
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This funny little bridge (with steps that you have to lift your bike up) is a quiet route alternative to the busy, main road that climbs up to the town centre. You also get a great view of the castle.
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Castle Raby was originally built in the 11th century, with some of that architecture still intact. It was modernised in the 14th century and remains one of the most complete …
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The view of the castle form here is great at any time but if you can get down early in the morning to catch the sunrise it's stunning!
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